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Choir Director Christopher Orr conducts a rehearsal for the Fine Arts Showcase.

Fine Arts Showcase: Anticipation, preparation and traditions

Julianna Sweatman, Staff Writer
December 12, 2024

On Dec.19, Emerson’s Fine Arts Department will put on a showcase in the auditorium, featuring performances from band, choir, color guard, dance, drill team, orchestra and theater. Over the past few weeks,...

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FFA members are joyful after receiving high placements at the district competition.

Emerson FFA shines with flying colors at district competition

Sara Sabir, Social Media Manager
November 21, 2024

On Nov. 12, Emerson’s Future Farmers of America club competed at the district Leadership Development Events (LDE) competition at McKinney High School. Both Senior Spanish Creed and Senior Creed competition...

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Chloe Gill, 12, Bailee Howell, 12, and Saniya Allen, 12, volunteer at the PALs booth.

Club fair showcases students’ creativity

Ardyn Lessner, Staff Writer
November 18, 2024

On Wednesday, Nov. 13, the annual club fair was held in the quad, featuring student-run club booths on either side of the school entrance. The event provides clubs an opportunity to advertise and recruit...

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The chorale team practices their group performance choreography for the upcoming show.

Disney magic takes the stage: Choir’s pop show comeback

Yena Nam, Associate Editor-in-Chief
November 15, 2024

On Tuesday, Nov. 12, the Emerson choir held its first pop show of the school year with a Disney theme, delivering the audience a memorable experience. The concert lineup included classic Disney songs,...

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Emerson high school’s practice football team where the Mavericks gather to prepare for their upcoming playoff games.

Emerson football team advances to playoffs with dominant victory

Cameryn Allen, Staff Writer
November 14, 2024

On Nov. 1, 2024, the Emerson Varsity football team secured their spot in the playoffs with an impressive 63-7 points win against Independence High School. The team will face Argyle High School on the rivaling...

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Emerson students and their veteran relatives participate in breakfast planned out by Maverick Leadership in order to show appreciation to those who served.

Veterans Day: Celebrating those who served

Julianna Sweatman, Staff Writer
November 13, 2024

On Monday, Nov. 11, in celebration of Veteran’s Day, Emerson High School hosted a breakfast at 8 a.m. in the library for Emerson staff veterans as well as students’ families that have served. Veteran’s...

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The Emerson varsity theater class poses for their upcoming varsity showcase.

New tradition in the works: Varsity theater fall showcase

Christian Lyons
November 11, 2024

On Thursday, Nov. 7, the Emerson varsity class held their Fall Varsity Showcase in the Emerson High School Auditorium. The showcase was entirely student-run and consisted of performances such as duet songs,...

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Coach Mac cheers on the Emerson Lady Mavericks Softball team.

Celebrating success: Coach McMichael’s induction into the MSU M-Club Hall of Fame

Sahasra Elaprolu, Editor-in-Cheif
October 31, 2024

On Oct. 25, Emerson Softball coach Iyhia McMichael was inducted into the MSU M-Club Hall of Fame Class of 2024 for her accomplishments in the world of softball at Mississippi State University. Her induction...

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AP exam informational posters tacked on the upstairs office door of Campus Testing Facilitator, Kimberly Lam and 504 Coordinator, Lindsay Carey.

Navigating AP exam registration and preparation: What students need to know

Cameryn Allen, Staff Writer
October 23, 2024

As October draws to an end, so do the AP test registration deadlines. For students looking to register, payments can be made online via Online School Fees and will confirm the student’s AP exam registration...

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Senior Madison Mintz gets her blood drawn in a Carter BloodCare truck.

HOSA runs the first blood drive of the year with Carter BloodCare

Sahasra Elaprolu, Editor in Chief
October 23, 2024

On Thursday, Oct. 17, HOSA held its first blood drive of the year in collaboration with Carter BloodCare. On this day, approximately 90 Mavericks signed up to donate a total of 62 pints of blood, saving...

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Directors Libby Rotan and Ben Loub lead the play’s first rehearsal.

“One Man, Two Guvnors” takes the stage

Lauren Bazan, Guest Contributor
October 17, 2024

The cast and crew of Emerson Theatre Company’s fall play, “One Man, Two Guvnors,” will have their first performance on Oct. 17. “One Man, Two Guvnors” is the first theater production of the...

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Troupe 10183, Emerson High School, celebrates receiving Gold Honor Troupe status.

Texas Thespians present Troupe Days

Giovanni Cameau, Guest Contributor
October 16, 2024

North Texas high school theater students attended Troupe Day at Walnut Grove High School on Sept. 14 to cultivate leadership skills through diverse experiences. Students attending Troupe Days are able...

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